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Sonos Ray
RAYG1AU1BLK
Product Overview
Key Features
- Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 802.11/b/g/n connectivity
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Sonos
- Model Number:
- RAYG1AU1BLK
- Wireless Connections:
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz 802.11/b/g/n
Audio
- Music Streaming:
- Stream your favourite music services via Wi-Fi, Apple Airplay2
Media Players
- Playback Formats:
- The Sonos app's Now Playing screen will display what type of audio is being decoded
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- Optical Input, Ethernet Input, Infrared (IR) Receiver
Options
- Sound Modes:
- Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1* and DTS Digital Surround*
Smart Features
- Smart Home Compatible:
- Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
General Information
- Type:
- Soundbar
- Colour:
- Black
- Family:
- Sonos Ray
- Additional Features:
- Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround, Trueplay, Night Sound
- What's In The Box:
- Sonos Ray, Power Cable I (Length: 6 ft (2 m), Optical Cable (Length: 4.9 ft (1.5 m), Quickstart Guide and legal/warranty information
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Audio
- Music Streaming:
- Stream your favourite music services via Wi-Fi, Apple Airplay2
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- Optical Input, Ethernet Input, Infrared (IR) Receiver
Smart Features
- Smart Home Compatible:
- Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 71
- Product Width (mm):
- 559
- Product Depth (mm):
- 95
- Product Weight (kg):
- 1.95
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 130
- Box Width (mm):
- 678
- Box Depth (mm):
- 142
- Box Weight (kg):
- 3
Product Reviews of Sonos Ray
Overall Rating Snapshot
4 out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
85% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Compact design produces impressively clear and powerful sound for its size.
- Especially enhances dialogue clarity for TV shows and films.
- Pairs well with other Sonos products, allowing multi-room audio.
- Setup is easy but relies solely on optical input, not HDMI.
- Not all remotes (especially RF types) are compatible, causing some control issues.
- Best suited for small rooms or apartments; may not fill larger spaces.
Pros
Easy (6)
Quality (3)
Value (1)
Unfortunately the company used by Good Guys were unable to connect the sound bar.
It is still not connected so am unable to honestly review this product at this stage
Peter
Confirmed purchase 5 January 2026
Published on 21 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
SONOS bringing a little RAY of sunshine to my life!
The SONOS RAY is without a doubt a great addition to my home. It is small and discreet but packs a punch. I have paired the soundbar with a TCL 50" TV on my undercover deck. It's super easy to use with the TV. I have also added the soundbar to my existing SONOS collection; this now allows me to play the same music inside and outside of my house at the same time. The audio quality is just what you expect from a SONOS product ... when watching TV I'm impressed with the blockbuster sound and crisp dialogue, when listening to music I'm impressed that this little speaker brings big sound and the SONOS versatility to my music and podcast enjoyment. This summer the Ray has brought a little more sunshine into my life. Definitely a worthy addition!
John Smith
Confirmed purchase 4 December 2025
Published on 5 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Good for a small room
It’s a good product for a small room. I do not recommend this standalone for large/ living rooms areas.
Syed
Confirmed purchase 29 November 2025
Published on 23 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Sonis
Ver good product as explained in store
Ankusb
Confirmed purchase 2 July 2025
Published on 29 July 2025
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Amazing product
The sounds of Sonos is amazing!! We also got a Era100 and work well together.
Atom
Confirmed purchase 28 June 2025
Published on 22 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Sonos ray
Great sound bar. Needed customer call line to work out how to change our tv remote. This was easy to do we were able to change the remote. Would be better if l could use my Android phone to do the air play. I have to wait until someone with an apple phone can do this for me.
Helen
Confirmed purchase 7 January 2025
Published on 29 January 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Exceptional
Bought this for my living room tv the sound is crystal clear looking forward to add mini sub and era 100
Mubz
Confirmed purchase 2 November 2024
Published on 27 November 2024
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 3 November 2024
Published on 27 November 2024
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great value for money
Beautiful sound for what you get!
Darren
Confirmed purchase 3 November 2024
Published on 27 November 2024
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 22 June 2023
Published on 20 September 2023
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Sonos Ray is a compact soundbar for smaller living rooms, bedrooms, and apartments that want clearer TV dialogue and easy music streaming over Wi-Fi. Its strengths are simple setup, room-tuned sound, and smart platform integration. A key limitation is that it uses optical input only, so it is less flexible than premium soundbars with HDMI eARC and more immersive surround formats.
What it’s great for
- TV Dialogue Clarity
- Everyday Movie Watching
- Music Streaming
- Small-Space Entertainment
- Bedroom TV Audio
Where it works best
- Bedroom
- Apartment Living Room
- Small Living Room
- Guest Room
- Shelf-Mounted TV Setup
Who it’s for
- Apartment Dweller
- Bedroom TV User
- Casual Movie Watcher
- Music Streamer
- Space-Conscious Home User
Things to consider
This model relies on an optical connection and does not offer the broader connectivity and higher-end surround processing you may get from more premium soundbars.
Tv compatibility score
8/10 - strong fit for TVs with optical output, but less flexible than soundbars with HDMI eARC
Movie night suitability
7/10 - clear dialogue and support for Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround suit casual movie viewing in smaller rooms
Music playback quality
8/10 - good everyday music streaming performance with Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2 in a compact stereo soundbar
Room size suitability
Best for small rooms, bedrooms, and apartments
Installation ease
Easy - compact size and optical TV connection make setup simple for most users
Key benefits
- Compact Design: The slim 55.9 cm soundbar is easy to place under most TVs or on a shelf where space is limited.
- Optical Input: Connects directly to compatible TVs for a straightforward audio setup.
- Wi-Fi Streaming: Lets you play music from supported streaming services over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi without relying on the TV.
- Apple AirPlay 2: Makes it easy to stream audio from compatible Apple devices around the home.
- Trueplay Tuning: Adjusts the sound to better suit the acoustics of your room for more balanced playback.
- Dolby Digital 5.1 Support: Adds a more cinematic feel than basic TV speakers when watching compatible content.
- DTS Digital Surround Support: Supports compatible surround-encoded content for broader format compatibility.
- Night Sound: Helps make late-night listening more comfortable by keeping audio easier to manage in shared spaces.
Q: Will Sonos Ray work with any TV or only optical TVs
A: No. Sonos Ray does not use HDMI. It connects by optical input, so the TV needs an optical audio output, or a converter path that keeps compatible Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS Digital Surround audio available.
Q: Can I control Sonos Ray with my usual TV remote
A: Yes. Sonos Ray has an IR receiver and can be set to respond to a compatible TV remote, even though no separate remote is included. If the remote does not send IR commands, control will mainly be through the Sonos app.
Q: Does Sonos Ray support Dolby Atmos or only standard surround
A: No. Sonos Ray does not support Dolby Atmos. It handles Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS Digital Surround, so it suits straightforward TV audio setups rather than newer HDMI-based surround formats.
Q: Can the Sonos Ray stream music without the television on
A: Yes. Sonos Ray can play music over Wi-Fi from supported services, and Apple devices can stream to it with AirPlay 2. Once it is set up on your network, the TV does not need to be switched on for music playback.
Q: Do voice assistants work on Ray without another Sonos speaker
A: No. Sonos Ray is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant when it is paired with other Sonos devices. On its own, it is a soundbar for optical TV audio and Wi-Fi streaming rather than a built-in voice speaker.
Q: Is Sonos Ray suitable for a large open-plan lounge room
A: No. Sonos Ray is better suited to smaller living rooms, bedrooms and apartments where its compact design makes more sense. In a large open area, dialogue can still sound clear, but scale and room-filling spread will be more limited.
Q: Can Sonos Ray make late-night TV easier in an apartment
A: Yes. Sonos Ray includes Night Sound, which is designed for quieter listening when large jumps between dialogue and louder effects are not ideal. It is useful in bedrooms or apartments, but it does not replace good room isolation.